In Episode 298 of the Pool Nation Podcast, Edgar and Zac are joined by industry experts Robbie Walker and Michael Viegas from Solenis to break down one of the most misunderstood areas in the pool industry — spa, hot tub, and cold plunge water chemistry.If you’ve ever treated a spa like a pool… this episode will change everything.We dive deep into:Why hot water chemistry behaves completely differentlyThe truth about biofilm, bacteria, and “human juice” in spasThe real differences between chlorine, bromine, and biguanide systemsHow aeration, temperature, and bather load destroy your chemistryWhy your sanitizer disappears overnightThe rise of cold plunges and wellness systemsAnd how pool pros can turn spas into a profitable service categoryThis is a must-listen for pool service pros, repair techs, and anyone looking to level up their understanding of water chemistry — especially in smaller bodies of water like spas and hot tubs.👉 Bottom line: If you're not treating spas differently, you're doing it wrong.⏱️ Podcast Timestamps🙌 Special Thanks to Our SponsorsA huge thank you to our Visionary Partners for supporting the Pool Nation Podcast:The SPPABlu-Ray XLAquaStar Pool ProductsNatural ChemistryRaypakHeritage Pool SupplyHayward Pool ProductsPoolside TechPool BrainNidecOnCore FiltrationEnCore BrandsWe appreciate your continued support in helping us grow the pool industry and build a nation of pool pros.